What is forest bathing? A kind of practice we all must follow in life
Nov 11, 2023, 08:43 IST
Srishti Sisodia
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Nov 11, 2023, 08:43 IST
Srishti Sisodia
Forest bathing is a term that emerged in Japan in the 1980s. It was a physiological and psychological exercise called 'shinrin-yoku'
It is called either "forest bathing" or "taking in the forest atmosphere".
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Forest bathing is a type of ecotherapy that was immediately adopted by the Japanese.
After it became a popular practice, researchers started examining the physiological benefits of forest bathing in the 1990s. They said that spending time in nature is healthy.
Forest bathing is not just for nature lovers; it may be as simple as going into any natural setting and interacting with what's around you.
It is popular in Japan, but the concept is followed in different parts of the world.